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Nilambūr

Kerala, India · Asia

About Nilambūr

Nilambūr sits on the route: 25 minutes from Manjeri, 58km from Nilgiri Mountain Railway.

Nilambūr is a town located in Kerala, India. With a population of 46,366, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Nilambūr sits in India, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kolkata time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Nilambūr to your route.

About Nilambūr

Nilambur (Malayalam: [n̪ilɐmbuːr]) is a major town, a municipality and a Taluk in the Malappuram district of the Indian state of Kerala. It is located close to the Nilgiris range of the Western Ghats on the banks of the Chaliyar River. This place is also known as 'Teak Town' because of the abundance of Nilambur teaks,

Read more which is a variety of a large, deciduous tree that occurs in mixed hardwood forests. Unlike many municipalities of India, Nilambur is covered with large amounts of vegetation, making it very scenic.

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Nilambūr offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Nilambūr located?

Nilambūr is located in Kerala, India, Asia. The coordinates are 11.2727 latitude, 76.2257 longitude.

What is the population of Nilambūr?

Nilambūr has a population of approximately 46,366 people, making it a town in India.

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Quick Information

Population
46,366
Continent
Asia
Country
India
Region
Kerala
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
11.2727, 76.2257

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in India

Police
100
Ambulance
102
Fire
101
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Nilambūr

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Chembra Peak

The highest peak in Wayanad at 2,100 meters featuring a heart-shaped lake near its summit, accessible by a scenic trek through tea and coffee estates.

39 km · about 45 min drive

restaurant

Paragon Restaurant

A Kozhikode institution opened in 1939, the benchmark for Malabar cuisine: biryani cooked over dum, alfaham grilled chicken and fish curry from Kerala's coastal Muslim kitchens.

49 km · about 55 min drive

famous road

Nilgiri Mountain Railway

A UNESCO heritage rack railway climbing through tea plantations and eucalyptus forests from Mettupalayam to the hill station of Ooty.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Nilambūr

  • 39 kmChembra PeakThe highest peak in Wayanad at 2,100 meters featuring a heart-shaped lake near its summit, accessible by a scenic trek through tea and coffee estates.
  • 58 kmNilgiri Mountain RailwayA UNESCO heritage rack railway climbing through tea plantations and eucalyptus forests from Mettupalayam to the hill station of Ooty.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Nilambūr.

Manjeri

🇮🇳 India

21 km awayPop. 97,102

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28 km awayPop. 25,116

Tondalam

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29 km awayPop. 44,590

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🇮🇳 India

30 km awayPop. 101,386

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🇮🇳 India

30 km awayPop. 29,872

Peringottupulam

🇮🇳 India

31 km awayPop. 36,602

Kondotty

🇮🇳 India

32 km awayPop. 28,794

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